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R361 LGK

1997 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,193 mi
Last recorded101,193 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR361 LGK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 101,193 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 100,940 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 100,030 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 98,722 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

underside of vehicle is heavily undersealed

Fail 14 Jul 2022 98,722 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

underside of vehicle is heavily undersealed

Pass 18 Jun 2021 96,195 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 93,892 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 93,892 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 87,059 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 85,501 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 83,491 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 82,376 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 80,975 miles

rear pads worn

Fail 14 Apr 2015 80,975 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

rear pads worn

slight blow centre exhaust

Pass 7 May 2014 74,273 miles

rear disc pads getting low.

Pass 7 Jun 2013 74,035 miles

rear disc pads getting low.

Pass 1 Jun 2012 73,208 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 71,641 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 70,295 miles

front brakes may need further attention in the future.

Fail 7 May 2010 70,295 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 11 May 2009 68,149 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

corrosion to offside outer sill will need attention soon.

light corrosion to offside rear brake disc.

nearside front brake binding slightly.

Pass 11 May 2009 68,149 miles

corrosion to offside outer sill will need attention soon.

light corrosion to offside rear brake disc.

nearside front brake binding slightly.

Pass 31 Mar 2008 66,578 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 31 Mar 2008 66,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 64,044 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 56,338 miles

slight leak from exhsust center joint

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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R361 LGK is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 85,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R361 LGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R361 LGK registered?

R361 LGK is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R361 LGK shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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